Data as of February 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The Boston, MA real estate market currently shows 495 active listings, with 38 pending sales. Homes are averaging 64.2 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 28 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.
Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 64.2 days on market compared to 56 days last year.
The median listing price has fallen 10.5% year-over-year, from $2,114,901 to $1,892,183.
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Population: 150,534 · Density: 12,190.6/mi² · Median household income: $92,177
Typical home value: $1,004,014 · Homeownership: 22.6%
Boston: 02108, 02109, 02110, 02111, 02113, 02114, 02115, 02116, 02118, 02199, 02210, 02215
Downtown Boston: 02112, 02201, 02205, 02211, 02212, 02241, 02283, 02284, 02293, 02297
Beacon Hill: 02133
Allston: 02163
Chinatown: 02196
Dock Square: 02203
Admirals Hill: 02204
South Boston: 02206
West End: 02222
Based on listing price changes before sale/pending as a proxy for sale-to-list dynamics. Source: Realtor.com.